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Ms. Benfield from Brooklyn, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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And We're Back

Help me give my students a great beginning by equipping with basic classroom supplies.

  • $506 goal

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My Project

Beginnings are important, it sets the trend for the rest of the year. Students need to understand having a pen and pencil is essential to start learning.

Keeping the surroundings clean is extremely vital in providing a safe physical space.

Perfecting the writing process, the feedback process, and self-reflecting is the purpose of Post-its.

Snacks also go a long way in encouraging students to add the extra push, and remain after school or come during the time their teacher is absent.

Glue stick as we assemble ideas onto one page eventually into solving a particular problem.

Ms. Benfield Science Skills Center Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Brooklyn, NY View local requests

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

150 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Post-it Notes 3 x 3 Poptimistic Collection 100 Sheets/Pad 18 Pads/Cabinet Pack (654-18CTCP) • Staples $23.90 3 $71.70
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes Lemon & Lime Blossom 80 Wipes/Flat Pack 6 Packs/Carton (1920099716) • Staples $21.91 2 $43.82
Case of 192 Pre-Sharpened #2 Pencils (12 per pack / 16 packs per case) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $40.00 1 $40.00
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks 0.9 oz. 40 Packs/Box (PIM94068) • Staples $12.89 3 $38.67
Children's Sensory Fidget Toys • Kaplan Early Learning Company $35.96 1 $35.96
Kleenex Standard Facial Tissue, 2-Ply, 160 Sheets/Box, 3 Boxes/Pack (50219) • Quill.com $8.69 4 $34.76
Elmer's School WashableRemovable Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. White 30/Pack (E556) • Staples $10.26 3 $30.78
Expo Whiteboard Care Dry Erase Cleaner Blue (81800) • Staples $25.86 1 $25.86
Elmer's School WashableRemovable Glue Sticks, 0.24 oz., White, 30/Pack (E556) • Quill.com $20.59 1 $20.59
It’s Okay To Hanging Banner, Classroom Wall Hanging, Motivational Kids Art, Classroom Posters Quotes, Educational Wall Art, Be Yourself, Playroom Wall Art Decor Banner, 17.5x11.5 inc • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
BIC Round Stic Xtra-Life Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Black Ink, 60/Pack (GSM609-BLK) • Quill.com $7.49 2 $14.98
12 Pack Inspirational Positive Affirmation Magnets, Dry Erase (4 x 4 Inches) • Amazon Business $7.87 1 $7.87
Iconikal Inspirational Sayings & Encouragements Magnets, 2 x 3.5-Inch, 50-Pack • Amazon Business $7.57 1 $7.57

Materials cost

$388.55

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.83

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$429.38

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$75.77

Total project goal

$505.15

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $505.15

1 Donor

-$505.15

Donations toward project cost

-$429.38

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$75.77

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